Wines Unspecified Domaine Roulot - Clos des Bouchères Monopole - 2018

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Domaine Roulot’s 2018 Clos des Bouchères Monopole Premier Cru is a superb expression of Meursault’s distinctive white Burgundy, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. This single-vineyard wine comes from the Clos des Bouchères, a walled monopole parcel entirely managed by Domaine Roulot, ensuring a unique and controlled interpretation of Meursault terroir. The 2018 vintage was marked by a warm, generous summer, concentrating the fruit and lending this wine generous layers of ripe orchard fruits—green apple, white peach—supported by citrus zest, subtle almond, and an elegant, flinty minerality. Jean-Marc Roulot’s vinification favours gentle extraction and the deft integration of oak. The result is a wine of finesse, with freshness balancing its creamy texture, crystalline acidity, and a nuanced, lengthening finish.

Meursault sits in the heart of the Côte de Beaune, Burgundy’s cradle for elite Chardonnay. The region’s limestone-rich soils intermingle with clay, bestowing an unmistakable mineral tension and complexity upon its wines. Semi-continental in climate, the weather offers marked seasonal contrasts, essential for balancing sugar and acidity in the grapes. The history of Meursault white wines is deeply intertwined with the legacy of refined French gastronomy, where Domaine Roulot stands among its most lauded and innovative producers.

This Clos des Bouchères shines alongside delicately prepared seafood such as poached langoustines, turbot in beurre blanc, or scallops sautéed in a light jus. Roast chicken with tarragon or veal blanquette also complement its creamy depth and energetic acidity. Classic Burgundian pairings include quenelles de brochet or even frog’s legs with parsley and garlic.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this Premier Cru between 11-13°C. Ideally, open or decant the bottle a short time before serving to allow it to unfold its aromatic complexity. A white wine glass with a gently curved bowl will showcase its refined bouquet and graceful structure. This is a wine equally suited to immediate pleasure or patient cellaring over the coming decade.